Donato Salon and Spa, Square One, Mississauga, On
And Donato Academy, Etobicoke, ON
www.donato.ca
Synonymous with beauty and fashion, Donato Salon + Spa is continuously on the cutting-edge of
creative and progressive hair design. A talented team of artists led by stylist and entrepreneur John
Donato, the salon boasts a staff dedicated to the education and advancement of hair styling.
The hours vary for students who are two, three or four credit. They could include Saturdays and
evenings due to the nature of the business and career exploration involved.
The students applying for these placements:
 Students need to be committed to this placement to develop a full scope of the hairstyling and
beauty industry."
 Must complete the application form including start and end dates and hours per week.
 Must be currently enrolled in a Dufferin-Peel CDSB or Peel DSB school.
 Must be 16 years of age
 Must wear closed-toed shoes, black pants/skirt and a black top/shirt - casual professional dress
(no yoga pants and no jeans)

All selected candidates (except the Make-Up Artistry candidate placed at Square One) will be required to
attend an orientation/training for a minimum 1-2 weeks at Donato New Talent Salon/Academy located at:
3253 Lakeshore Boulevard West, Etobicoke, Ontario M8V 1M2.
www.donatoacademy.ca
Please Note:
Up to 3 Hairstyling positions and 1 Make up Artistry position available at Square One location
1 Hairstyling position and 1 Make-Up Artistry position available at Donato Academy location
The Assistant is charged with ensuring that the Donato Salon + Spa Mission and Values are upheld and
the business continues to grow in sales and profits. The Assistant is responsible for providing
exceptional customer service to Donato Salon + Spa clients. This position is essential to the
organization because the long-term success of the business depends on the “next generation” of stylists
or make-up artist.
The Assistants must be able to work effectively and communicate well in the fast-paced, highly
demanding salon environment. This person must be proactive and efficient in assisting team members.
Winter 2014 Co-op Placements
Applications Due: November 20th, 2013
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Donato Salon Co-op Application Form
Please Print
School Board: Please circle - Dufferin-Peel CDSB
or
Peel DSB
SCHOOL: ______________________________________________________________________
CO-OP TEACHER: _________________________________ Phone: ______________________ext_______
CO-OP TEACHER’S EMAIL ADDRESS___________________________________________________
TEACHER INFORMATION: Submit application by November 20, 2013 for Semester 2, 2013-14, to:
Janice Farrow, Co-operative Education Placement Officer. Peel District School Board,
P 905-890-1010 x 2348 - Fax 905-890-3298, janice.farrow@peelsb.com
Mary Davis, Academic Consultant Experiential Learning /OYAP/Technological Education
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board P 905-890-0708 x 24524, mary.davis@dpcdsb.org
STUDENT INFORMATION:
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
(City)
(Postal Code)
Telephone Number: _______________________ Grade: _______ Date of Birth: __/___/____
yr/mo/day
Placement START DATE: _______________ Placement END DATE: __________________
Schedule: (Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday) _______________________________
Relevant Courses Taken: __________________________________________________________
Related Volunteer/Work Experience: _______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Special Interests: _________________________________________________________________
Do you have a part-time job? Yes or No
If yes what days and hours do you work? __________________________________________
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Application Package to be submitted:
Checklist:
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A completed application form
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A separate sheet of paper describing your
personal strengths and skills and reasons for
seeking this opportunity - (keyed not
hand-written)
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A current resumé and cover letter
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A completed teacher reference form
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REFERENCE TO BE COMPLETED BY A TEACHER
Please rank the student on a scale of one (1) to four (4), with four being the highest ranking:
a) Dependability
1
2
3
4
3
4
c) Ability to plan and initiate own learning
1
2
3
4
d) Ability to accept responsibility
1
2
3
4
e) Ability to follow instructions
1
2
3
4
b) Ability to get along with others
1
2
In this section, please provide an outline of why you think this student should be placed at Donato Salon and Spa (taking
into consideration her/his success in your subject area).
_____________________________________ ______________________________
Subject Teacher’s Name (please print)
Title
_____________________________________ _____________________________
Signature
Telephone Number
Date: ________________________________
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act and in compliance with Section
14, Section 32 and Subsection 29 (2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act, and will be used for the ongoing administration of appropriate Co-operative Education
placements.
Winter, 2014 Co-op Placements
Applications Due: November 20th, 2013
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Locations:
Cooperative Education – Salon Hairstyling Assistant Positions
Square One, 100 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, ON and
Donato Academy, 3253 Lakeshore Boulevard West, Etobicoke, Ontario
Reports to:
Salon Director (Square One) or Academy Director (Donato Academy)
# of Positions:
Up to 3 available at Square One and 1 available at Donato Academy
Responsibilities:

Assist stylists and colour technicians, including client preparation, scalp massage, hot towel
treatments, shampoos, and blowdrys and other duties as assigned.

Ensure that all clients’ needs are met. Remain attentive, friendly, helpful, and especially
professional to all clients in the salon.

Fill out prescription pads for each client (as directed by the service provider), indicating product
recommendations made by the service provider.
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Maintain the cleanliness of the salon. Sweep the floors, organize product shelves, clean shampoo
basins, organize magazine rack and carry out any other delegated responsibilities.

Housekeeping duties as required: Coffee bar replenished, assist cleaners in folding towels, deliver
soiled laundry to laundry room etc.

Product shelves, the colour room, and the towels stations must be kept stocked and cleaned.

All assigned opening and closing procedures are to be completed before shift’s end. Duties are
assigned by the team leader and checked for completion upon clocking out.
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Opening duties includes: ensuring all salon stations are ready – linens are in place, guests are
accompanied to the appropriate waiting area etc.
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Closing duties includes: collect soiled linens, clean trolleys, refill products as required, organize
the colour room.
The student may also have the opportunity to:

Attend salon and assistant meetings.

Attend outside educational classes and/or events during the semester.
Outstanding Performance Defined:
The Assistant must be able to work effectively and communicate well in the fast-paced, highly demanding salon
environment. This person must be proactive and efficient in assisting team members. This person must show promise
of becoming a successful hairstylist, colourist or make- up artist.
Pre-requisites:
Enrolled in a Dufferin-Peel CDSB or Peel District School Board high school. Students should have an interest in this
career sector.
Winter, 2014 Co-op Placements
Applications Due: November 20th, 2013
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Cooperative Education – Make-Up Artist Assistant Position
Locations:
Square One, 100 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, ON and
Donato Academy 3253 Lakeshore Boulevard West, Etobicoke, Ontario
Reports to:
Salon Director (Square One) or Academy Director (Donato Academy)
1 Position available at each location

Assist make-up artist when required

Perform client touch ups

Ensure that all clients’ needs are met. Remain attentive, friendly, helpful, and especially
professional to all clients in the salon.

Fill out prescription pads for each client, as directed by the service provider indicating product
recommendations.

Maintain the cleanliness of the retail space and make-up area. Sweep the floors, organize product
shelves, and carry out any other delegated responsibilities.

Housekeeping duties as required by the position

Product shelves and make up stations must be kept stocked and cleaned.

Greet and “check-in” clients at reception

Could perform opening and closing duties if required
The student may also have the opportunity to:
•
Attend salon and assistant meetings.
•
Attend outside educational classes and /or events during the semester.
Outstanding Performance Defined:
The Assistant must be able to work effectively and communicate well in the fast-paced, highly demanding salon
environment. This person must be proactive and efficient in assisting team members. This person must show promise
of becoming a successful hairstylist, colourist or make- up artist.
Pre-requisites:
Enrolled in a Dufferin-Peel CDSB or Peel District School Board high school. Students should have an interest in this
career sector.
Winter, 2014 Co-op Placements
Applications Due: November 20th, 2013